Figurative Language
“His words cut deeper than any sword”?
What is a metaphor-words can hurt more than physical pain
Direct or Indirect? “He avoided eye contact and shuffled his feet.”
What is (Indirect – shows shyness without saying it)
Which part of the story introduces the characters and setting?
Exposition
True friends supporting each other is an example of what universal lesson?
Theme of Friendship
What type of sentence is this? “She ran to the store because she needed bread.”
Compound sentence
“The warm bread smelled of butter and salt”?
What is smell- imagery?
In the passage, Jordan mutters, “I didn’t mean for this to happen.” The feeling revealed is...
What is Guilt and regret?
In Ella’s story, what is the climax?
When she reaches the cliff and sees the waterfall
A boy learning guitar after months of practice shows which theme?
Perseverance / Hard work pays off
Fill in: The kids played outside ____ their parents prepared dinner.
While – shows time relationship
Effect of hyperbole in this sentence: “I’ve told you a million times to clean your room!”
What is an Exaggeration to show frustration
If Jordan promises to score higher on a test “next time,” what does this reveal about his development?
(He reflects and wants to improve)
Which part of the story shows tension winding down after the climax?
Falling Action
Why is “life is hard” NOT a good theme?
Too general and not supported by the story
“Subterranean” means…
A. Old and damaged
B. Above the city
C. Underground
D. Hidden by trees
C
Identify the figurative language: “The courtroom fell silent, tension wrapping around the witnesses like fog.”
What is a (Simile – creates suspense and heaviness)?
Other characters laugh, admire, or get angry at someone. What does this reveal about characterization?
(Shows how others’ reactions reveal personality and role)
Ella facing a storm in the mountains is what type of conflict?
Character vs. Nature
Which of these BEST shows perseverance?
A. Ella waved goodbye to her family.
B. She considered turning back but kept going.
C. She wanted to explore mountains.
D. She packed her backpack.
B
Which word has a more negative connotation: “slim” or “skinny”?
Which word has a more negative connotation: “slim” or “skinny”?
(Skinny)
How might Jordan respond if his bestestfriend aka "twinnem" says, “It’s no big deal”?
(He’d disagree, because he takes the mistake seriously and feels responsible)
Theme is also called the ....
authors message in the story
Give one way an author might reveal the theme of honesty.
(Through consequences of lying, through dialogue about truth, or through character growth when being honest builds trust)
Fix the misplaced modifier: “Covered in syrup, Ben enjoyed his pancakes.”
Corrected: Ben enjoyed his pancakes, which were covered in syrup.